Flight Monitoring

Duration (hours)

Trainees without previous aviation experience	16
Trainees with previous aviation experience	16

1.    Position of aircraft 
2.    Effects of ATC reroutes 
3.    Flight equipment failures 
4.    En-route weather changes 
5.    Emergency situations 
6.    Flight monitoring resources 
7.    Position reports
8.    Ground resource availability

Flight Monitoring focuses on the continuous oversight of a flight’s progress to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance from departure to arrival. The course begins with methods for determining and tracking the position of an aircraft, emphasizing how real‑time situational awareness supports operational decision‑making. Students then examine the effects of ATC reroutes, learning how changes in routing can influence fuel planning, timing, and overall flight efficiency.

The curriculum also addresses flight equipment failures, highlighting how dispatchers and monitoring personnel assess the operational impact of system malfunctions and coordinate appropriate responses. En‑route weather changes are explored as well, with attention to how evolving meteorological conditions affect routing, fuel use, and safety considerations. Emergency situations form another key component of the course, giving learners an understanding of how to support the flight crew and activate relevant procedures when abnormal events occur.

Students become familiar with the various resources used in flight monitoring, including tracking systems, communication tools, and operational databases. The course also covers the role and format of position reports, which provide essential updates on an aircraft’s progress. Finally, learners study ground resource availability, examining how airport services, alternates, and support facilities influence in‑flight decision‑making and contingency planning.